Join the discussion on ADHD treatment with SADAG
Learn about the risk of treating ADHD with medication and the risk of option not to treat it.
THE South African Depression and Anxiety Group (SADAG) will be discussing treatment options for Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) in a live chat on their Facebook page tomorrow, Friday, March 25 from 13:00 until 13:30.
Psychiatrist Professor, Renata Schoemen will discuss what happens if ADHD is left untreated, the risks of treating it with medication and the risks of opting not to take medication.
This forms part of SADAG’s FacebookFriday series, a regular online chat covering various topics.
According to SADAG, ADHD is a chronic condition that can cause difficulty with attention and/or concentration as well as hyperactivity (not being able to sit still) and impulsiveness.
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“Schoemen delves deeper into ADHD and unpacks the common questions that many have about treating ADHD. We also discuss how untreated ADHD can affect adults and children. She will explain all the risks that are involved and what can be done to support or help children and adults who have been diagnosed with ADHD. Learn more about ‘drug holidays’ and how they work too,” said SADAG.
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To join the discussion, visit The South African Depression and Anxiety Group Facebook page.
To ask your questions anonymously, email them to media@anxiety.org.za.
SADAG will post the question and it will be answered during the discussion.
SADAG offers free telephonic counseling. Call 0800 21 22 23. For more information on mental health visit www.sadag.org.
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